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1. erre rire cirie cere ni ezine DAN wn wn onn Item No 98850 Figure 16 Voyager Battery Charger ccccscsscecsececsccecsceececssceceeesceees Item No 93500 98820 Voyager Portable Carry Bag cccsecscsscscsececsccececeececseeecsceececeseeces Item No 98810 Figure 17 Figure 18 Voyager Portable Voyager Portable 18 Warranty WARRANTY This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser user of Sunrise products Sunrise Medical Inc warrants its products to be free from defects in material under normal use and service and will within the periods stated below from the date of purchase If within such warranty period any such product shall be proven to be defective such product shall be repaired or replaced at Sunrise Medical s option This warranty does not include any labor or shipping charges incurred in replacement part installation or repair of any such product Sunrise Medical s sole obligation and your exclusive remedy under this warranty shall be limited to such repair and or replacement Lifter 1 year Accessories on Lifter 1 year Slings 1 year Voyager Portable Batteries 6 months Easytrack System 1 year For warranty service please contact the provider from whom you purchased the Sunrise Medical product In the event that you do not receive satisfactory warranty service please contact Sunrise Medical Customer Service at 1 800 333 4000 Do not return products to our fa2. WARNING DO NOT forcibly bend the power cord or place a heavy object on it This will dam age the cord and may cause fire or electrical shock A WARNING DO NOT pour liquid on or near the charger CAUTION DO NOT place the charger unit in locations that are e Extremely hot e Dusty or dirty e Very humid e Moving or vibrating CAUTION Do not attempt to put a damaged battery into a charger Inspect the battery first for dents or damage Charging the battery with charger 98820 1 Eject the battery from the lift unit by using the Battery Eject Button 1 Keep your hand near the opening to catch the battery 2 Figure 6 A CAUTION Keep one hand near the opening for the battery before pushing Eject button Do not allow the battery to eject and fall 2 Insert the battery into the charger 3 with the silver contact points of the battery going into the charger Figure 6B 3 The indicator light will illuminate red to white to green depending on the battery drain If the light does not go on check Troubleshooting in this manual for assis Figure 6 B tance 4 If the battery is low the light will show red or orange when you place the battery in the charger The light will gradually turn to a white or yellow color then to green when fully charged NOTE Whenever possible leave the battery in the charger when the lift is not in use NOTE At minimum charge the battery until the light is green before using again This will
3. A WARNING e Before attempting lift read user s manual e Your lift is for transferring persons only Do not use the lift for any other purpose e Always carry out the daily checklist before using the lift e Guardian ceiling lifts are specifically designed for Guardian ceiling rail systems slings and accessories Slings and accessories designed by any other manufacturer should not be used and will void Guardian s warranty Use only Guardian slings and acces sories to maitain user safety and product utility e DO NOT use a Guardian sling on any other manufacturers lifts e Guardian ceiling lifts are intended to be used for persons within the specified weight limit indicated for the lift Do not attempt to lift more than the weight limit indicated e Always plan your lifting operations before attempting to transfer a person e Do not use a sling that is not recommended for the lift e Never use a damaged torn or frayed sling May result in serious injury or death e Always fit the sling according to the instructions in the sling user manual e Always follow the lifting procedures outlined in this manual e Use all controls and safety features according to the instructions in the user manual Never attempt to force an operating or safety control Forcing will only strain or damage a control and may compromise safety e DO NOT store the charger in a shower bath or other area with high humidity e DO NOT drop the lift or battery Drop
4. Guardian Hammock 6 Strap Sling Figure 13 The Hammock 6 Strap Sling is almost identical to the Hammock sling except it provides extra security and a tighter fit for persons who are low tone or who would prefer a more secure feeling The head support is tighter and the extra straps on the side provide more lateral support Available in sizes Small 90010 Medium 90011 and Large 90012 Guardian Ouick fit Sling Figure 14 The Quick fit Sling is specially designed for persons who are stocky or obese especially in the midsection Padding around the buttocks and leg area helps to provide extra support comfortably This sling does not provide head support Available in sizes Small 90020 Medium 90021 and Large 90022 Guardian Hygienic Sling Figure 15 Figure 14 The Hygienic Sling is excellent for changing incontinence pads or for transfers onto a toilet as it provides an open area from the middle of the back to the middle of the thigh In order to use this sling the person being lifted must have good muscle tone in their shoul ders and upper body Available in sizes Small 90030 Medium 90031 and Large 90032 Arm Extension Figure 10 caprini iaia Item No 98830 Figure 15 Adjustable Strap Extension Figure 17 verrerrerrerre rien rie rien Item No 98870 Two Button Handset Figure 18 terrieri rie rire rie ricci rie HE nnd Item No 98890 Voyager Battery Pack
5. CHARGER FUSE REPLACEMENT If the charger light doesn t illuminate when there is a battery in it perform the following steps 1 Make sure the battery is properly placed in the charger The silver contact points should be inside the charger 2 Check to make sure the power cord is correctly plugged in to the charger and the wall 3 If the light still doesn t work plug the charger into a different outlet in a different area to ensure that the outlet is working properly Pull the power cord out of the charger Under the socket for the power cord there is a drawer or magazine where there are fuses Using a pen or screwdriver pull the drawer out gently Pull the burned fuse out of the drawer that is next to the charger Figure 10 and discard Take the replacement fuse and place it in the same slot where the burned fuse was Slide the drawer back into the charger Plug the power cord into the charger Place the battery into the charger and check for the light 4 If the light does not illuminate contact your local dealer for assistance SLING SAFEGUARDS INSPECTION AND CARE For maximum user safety and hygiene read the following instructions PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE FOLLOWING WARNINGS BEFORE USING A GUARDIAN SLING WARNING Guardian ceiling lifts are specifically designed for Guardian ceiling lift systems slings and accessories Slings and accessories designed by any other manufacturer are prohibited and will void Guardian s w
6. charger when the lift is not in use NOTE At minimum charge the battery until the light is solid yellow not flashing before using again Figure 7i This will extend the life of the battery 4 When the lift is needed again pull the battery out of the charger and gently slide it back into the Voyager portable lift The silver contacts should be inside the lift ee i La i Green light indicating Solid yellow light indicates 5 The power cord can remain plugged into the wall indefinitely convenient for power to the charger battery is 85 charged overnight recharging Blinking yellow light indi 6 The battery can be left in the charger for an extended period of time without damag _ a ing either the charger or battery 7 lf the green light does not go on when the charger is plugged into an electrical out let see Troubleshooting Charger Specifications 93500 e Class 2 power cord rated at 2 5 A 100 240 Vac 50 60 Hz e Charger input 100 240 Vac 50 60 Hz 50VA nisi ii Ha BT e Charger output 27 Vdc 1A e Input fuse 1A 250 V located inside the charger cel AN m Figure 8 Voyager Portable 10 Maintenance amp Care Maintenance amp Care 11 Strap Inspection MAINTENANCE amp CARE This equipment is built with a strap that can withstand a load of 3000 lbs 1364 kg However if this strap is damaged or shows signs of wear the acceptable load on the strap before rupture can drop rapidly and present a da
7. extend the life of the battery 5 When the lift is needed again pull the battery out of the charger and gently slide it back into the Voyager Portable lift The silver contacts should be inside the lift 6 The power cord can remain plugged into the wall indefinitely convenient for overnight recharging 7 If the battery has been in the charger for an extended period of time or if the bat tery has not been drained it is possible that the light on the charger will turn off or not go on This is only the case when the battery is 99 9 charged 8 To test the charger use the battery in the lift a few times then put the battery in the charger If the light still does not go on see Troubleshooting section of this manual Charger Specifications 98820 120 Vac 60 Hz 0 5A Voyager Portable Operation 9 Charging the battery with charger 93500 Figure 7 1 Check to make sure the green light on the charger is illuminated Figure 8 This indi cates that the charger is on Insert the battery into the charger with the silver con tact points of the battery going into the charger 2 The charging indicator light will flash yellow while the battery is charging If the battery is approximately within 85 of being fully charged the charging indicator light will illuminate solid yellow Figure 8 3 If the battery is low it will take approximately 2 hours for a full charge NOTE Whenever possible leave the battery in the
8. installing operating or servicing this equipment If anything is not completely understood please contact your supplier for more details Failure to comply with warnings in this manual may result in injury or damage Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference Keep key provided with the lift where it is readily available should emergency lowering ever be required Contents of this book are subject to change without prior notice to users Important information is highlighted by the following terms which appear throughout the manual Pay particular attention to the informa tion provided under these headings WARNING Symbol is intended to alert user to the hazards or unsafe practices which could result in serious bodily harm CAUTION Intended to alert the user of the presence of important operating and maintenance instructions which could prevent product damage or possible personal injury NOTE Offers helpful information concerning certain operating procedures Additional copies of this manual can be obtained from your supplier Please quote the product model number IMPORTANT READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE INSTRUCTIONS OR SERIOUS INJURY MAY RESULT AWARNING FAILURE TO FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND THE EMERGENCY DESCENT KEY WITH THE LIFT AT ALL TIMES READ THE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING OPERATING OR SERVICING THIS EOUIPMENT
9. out of the lift This will prevent wear of the internal compo nents 15 Sling may be removed from around the person being lifted EMERGENCY LOWERING FEATURE The Voyager Portable has an emergency manual lowering feature in the event of an electri cal or functional failure If the lift malfunctions when a person is being transferred the emergency manual lowering device provides a safe way of lowering the person onto a chair or bed To operate the emergency lowering feature Find the rubber stopper and label on the side of the lift Figure 4 Pull the rubber stopper out of the Voyager Portable casing DO NOT DISCARD Move the person being lifted over a bed or chair Using the allen key provided with this manual turn the key clockwise to lower the person being lifted into the chair Figure 5 As the key turns the motor directly each key turn will move the user slightly 5 To lower the person being lifted more quickly use a power drill with a 4mm allen key bit 6 Once the person being lifted is lowered safely into a chair or bed take the lift to a certified technician to be serviced AU Ne BATTERY INFORMATION e 24 Vdc 2 0 Ah interchangeable and rechargeable battery e Provides 10 to 30 transfers per battery charge This will vary depending on user weight and battery condition CAUTION Do not drop battery A dropped battery may have internal damage that is not visible It may lose its ability to recharge Due to
10. DO NOT USE Contact your local provider to have the sling replaced To replace a battery contact your local provider and order product number 98850 e Inspect the reacher and adjustable extension strap if you have these options for NOTE DO NOT ATTEMPT TO USE A BATTERY NOT SPECIFIED BY SUNRISE MEDICAL wear Check the adjustable extension strap for frays or loose stitching Check the reacher for damage in the metal hook or handle DO NOT USE if there is any damage i WARMING e Inspect the hook at the top of the strap to ensure it is properly attached and there is Guardian batteries are specially designed for Guardian charging systems no damage to the hook Attempting to use an unauthorized battery may seriously damage the lift and or e Make sure the lift is free to traverse the rail the charger or cause serious injury e Check the control buttons for correct functioning INSPECTION AND CLEANING Clean the Voyager body with a soft dry cloth or a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution Do not use any type of solvent that may damage the finish WARNING DO NOT immerse lift in water To ensure a better rolling surface for the trolley wheels clean the inside of the track every four months To do so insert a damp cloth in the opening and slide it from one end of the track to the other di WARNING Always replace rail end stopper if they have been removed after servicing Voyager Portable Voyager Portable 12
11. Guardian Voyager Portable Ceiling Lift System Model 98000 Installation e7 Instruction Manual 2 Introduction TABLE OF CONTENTS TIVO UG 0 EF ii O RR RH CN EA 2 IMPONE SAU role 3 Description of Equipment NN _ O OO O JRR RE YNN 4 OC ia 10 SF O O e HF FR GR TRE RF FR YR FN ND FR 6 How to Use the Voyager Portable cscsccccececececscecscsesecececscecscececess 6 Emergency Lowering Feature 2 4a eed Gun ORA AUU YNE A ODAU OR CND UNR UU AU OU GU SAD do 7 Battery Information ssessessesesseesesceseeseesesseseesersossesseseesoeesorsereeseeseese 7 Maintenance Clair 9 IFOUBISSNOO LS A E E I E E E dra 14 Parts GIN CC COSS OMICS PF _ AO II RR HRN NS HRN HRN FF RNA 15 i PREC RE IRA 15 LIE ARR RR E I 16 di WARNING This manual contains important safety and maintenance instructions Please read it carefully before using your Guardian Voyager and refer to it as often as needed for safe and efficient use If you have questions regarding the safe use and or assembly maintenance or specifications of your Guardian Voyager you should call Customer Service at 800 333 4000 303 218 4600 or from Canada at 800 263 3390 For service and repair remember your authorized Sunrise supplier is able to provide the assistance you need Save this manual for future reference INTRODUCTION SUNRISE LISTENS Thank you for choosing a Guardian Voyager Lift We want to hear y
12. ak and cause personal injury if not disposed of properly 3 Carry handle e Do not place or store the battery under direct sunlight or near a heat source 4 B at e Do not dispose of in fire EE EC OOM e Do not short the battery terminals 5 Control buttons e Do not incinerate 6 C b e Flushwith water if electrolyte Acid comes in contact with skin or eyes dii e Batteries must be recycled dispose of them according to local law instructions VA Optional handset When returning batteries insulate their terminals with adhesive tape etc oth B erwise the residual electricity in used batteries may cause fire or explosion a DU 9 EQUIPMENT WARNING LABELS Charge indicator Inspect all precautionary labels on the equipment Order and replace all labels that cannot be easily read 10 Charger 11 Power cord inlet 12 Fuse magazine DESCRIPTION OF EQUIPMENT 13 Power cord OPERATING FEATURES e Lifting capacity 440 lbs 200 kg e Ultra light 12 lbs 5 45 kg battery included e Electronic soft start and soft stop motor control e Easily accessible controls on both sides of the unit e Manual emergency lowering device in case of electrical failure e Emergency brake in case of mechanical failure Operates on the same principle as a car safety belt mechanism e Quick Release feature allows very fast winding and unwinding of the strap before and SPECIFICATIONS after transfer operation e Anti crush feature s
13. arranty Use only Guardian slings and accessories to maintain user safety and product utility WARNING The person to be transferred must be assessed by a qualified professional as able to be transferred before attempting to transfer di WARNING Observe a trained expert perform the transfer procedures and practice the transfer procedure several times with a capable individual before attempting to transfer a person with limited capabilities A WARNING Before transferring the user from a stationary object wheelchair bath or bed slightly raise the person off the stationary object and check that all sling attach ments are secure If any attachment is not correct lower the user and correct the problem then raise the user and check again di WARNING Use a sling recommended by the user s doctor nurse or medical assistant as appropriate for the person s ability and needs d WARNING DO NOT use any kind of plastic backed incontinence pad or seating cushion between the user and the sling material that may cause the user to slide out of the sling during a transfer dh WARNING DO NOT exceed the maximum weight limitation of the sling WARNING Whenever possible have someone assist you to ensure the person s safety at all times READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL A SLING Voyager Portable Maintenance amp Care Maintenance amp Care Laundry Instructions i The following symbols are used on s
14. ctory without prior authorization Sunrise Medical will issue a Return Merchandise Authorization RMA Number C 0 D shipments will be refused all shipments to Sunrise Medical must be prepaid For this warranty to be valid the purchaser must present its original proof of purchase at the moment of the claim The defective unit assembly or part must be returned to Sunrise Medical for inspection The part or compo nents repaired or replaced are guaranteed for the remaining period of the initial warranty Limitations and Exclusions The above warranty does not apply to serial numbered products if the serial number has been removed or defaced No warranty claim shall apply where the product or any other part thereof has been altered varied modified or damaged either accidentally or through improper or negligent use and storage Warranty does not apply to products modified without Sunrise Medical s express written consent including but not limited to products modified with unauthorized parts or attachments products damaged by reason of repairs made to any component without the specific consent of Sunrise Medical or to products damaged by circumstances beyond Sunrise Medical s control Evaluation of warranty claim will be solely determined by Sunrise Medical The warranty does not apply to problems arising from normal wear or failure to adhere to the instructions in this manual Sunrise Medical slings are void of warranty if not laundered as per
15. edures must be followed before each use NOTE Sunrise Medical recommends charging of batteries at least every two weeks even if the lift is Charge the battery whenever the lift is not in use not used This will prevent premature aging of batteries e Inspect the battery before placing it in the Voyager Portable If the battery appears to have any damage DO NOT USE Replace the battery immediately BATTERY REPLACEMENT e Inspect the lift for any damage If the lift casing does not look properly aligned if there are any cracks or other damage on the lift or if any parts are missing DO NOT USE Contact your local provider to have the lift serviced Sunrise uses sealed lead acid batteries Unlike nickel cadmium these batteries do not have any memory effect Therefore batteries should not be completely drained before recharge e Attach the lift to the trolley in the rail Inspect the visible strap for any signs of Replace the battery when it has been dropped or if there is a noticeable reduction in the wear frays loose threads or other damage If there is any evidence of damage DO number of transfers that can be performed between charges If you notice the Voyager NOT USE Contact your local provider to have the lift serviced Portable beeping see the instructions in Troubleshooting to ensure it is a problem with e Inspect the sling for tears frayed straps or loose stitching If the sling has any of the battery the above damage
16. er checked by your local provider Check if there is any damage to the battery that would interfere in the lift battery s slot IF THERE IS DAMAGE DO NOT USE THE BATTERY Try to slide in another battery to see if there is any damage in the lift battery s slot If so call your local Sunrise Medical provider if not discard the damaged battery See Charging the Battery in Operation section on how to remove the battery If the battery will not come out of the lift tilt the lift to the side so that the battery opening is under the lift With your hand guarding the opening for the battery press the eject button on the front of the Voyager Portable while gently tapping the Lift to help jolt the battery out of the lift ONCE THE BATTERY IS REMOVED DISCARD BAT TERY AND REPLACE If you cannot remove the battery after trying the above contact your local provider for assistance Voyager Portable 16 Parts amp Accessories Log 17 PARTS amp ACCESSORIES LOG Guardian Hammock Sling Figure 12 The Hammock is our most universal sling It has an incorporated head support and a unigue strap system that keeps the person being lifted secure in the sling A special polyester fab ric in the seat area helps to reduce friction and makes the sling easy to place around a per son being lifted and easy to remove without lifting them Best choice for most situations including bathing Available in sizes Small 90000 Medium 90001 and Large 90002
17. he problem 9 Lift until the buttocks of the person being lifted clear the arm supports or the top of the bath or bed before moving the person Figure 3 Guide the legs past any obstacle 10 When the person being lifted is located above the desired point of transfer and ready to be lowered press the button 11 Use the handles on the back of the sling to position the person being lifted when transferring into a chair Hold the handle firmly as the sling lowers and the sling will tilt back to position the person being lifted 12 Once the person being lifted is properly seated and the straps are loose remove the sling from the Lift CAUTION Hold the lift with one hand at all times when near a person 13 Slide the lift away from the person being lifted 14 Unhook the lift from the trolley in the rail and use the Quick Release to shorten the strap To do so push the knob 1 and hold the strap while it winds itself into the lift 2 Figure 1 Voyager Portable Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Operation 7 CAUTION Push knob completely over to ensure the Quick Release will work properly CAUTION Quick Release will not work if there is tension on the strap Make sure the strap has some slack in it before attempting to slide the knob over DO NOT force the knob It should slide easily CAUTION When using the Quick Release hold the strap in your hand and release the knob only when the strap is not moving in or
18. holding tension on the strap with the other hand There must be tension on the strap for the lift to function b The other way to unwind the strap is to use the Quick Release Push the knob 1 and pull the strap out of the lift 2 Figure 1 CAUTION Push knob completely over to ensure the Quick Release will work properly CAUTION Ouick Release will not work if there is tension on the strap Make sure the strap has some slack in it before attempting to slide the knob over DO NOT force the knob It should slide easily 4 Attach the round hook to the trolley in the track Figure 2 5 Move the lift over to the person being lifted CAUTION Hold the lift with one hand at all times when near a person 6 Lower the lift below the chin before beginning to attach the sling straps to avoid the risk of facial contact caused by movement of the lift For a person in a lying position lower the lift near the thorax then install the straps 7 Attach the straps of the sling as described in the Sling Instructions for the sling to be used 8 Carefully observe the user s safety as you lift the person slightly by pressing the w control button AWARNING BEFORE LIFTING e Make sure that all straps are attached to the carry bar e Make sure the person being lifted is comfortable e Make sure the sling is not caught on an obstruction wheelchair brake or arm of chair If any problems occur lower the person being lifted immediately and correct t
19. instructions on the sling label Sunrise Medical shall not be liable for damages losses or inconveniences caused by a carrier This warranty replaces any other warranty expressed or implicit and constitutes Sunrise Medical s only obligation towards the purchaser Sunrise Medical shall not be liable for any consequential or incidental damages whatsoever Voyager Portable SUNRISE MEDICAL Distributed by Sunrise Medical 7477 East Dry Creek Parkway Longmont Colorado 80503 800 333 4000 In Canada 800 263 3390 Printed in Canada 2001 Sunrise Medical 12 01 900 0680 Rev B
20. internal damage caused when the battery is dropped the battery may indicate it is fully charged when in fact the battery cannot hold a full charge A green light indicated on the charger may not accurately reflect a full charge on a damaged battery CAUTION NEVER attempt to use a battery that appears to be damaged or dented CAUTION DO NOT store battery near a heat source Heat will damage the battery Always keep metal battery contacts clean The life cycle number of charging cycles of the battery is largely dependent on the depth of discharge in each cycle The deeper the battery is drained the shorter the battery life The life of the battery is also related to such factors as varying temperatures and rest peri ods between charge and discharge NOTE To prolong battery life put the battery into the charger WHENEVER THE LIFT IS NOT IN USE The battery will not over charge Guardian uses sealed lead acid batteries Unlike nickel cadnium batteries these batteries do not have any memory effect Therefore batteries should not be completely drained before recharging NOTE Do not drain battery excessively This will dramatically reduce the battery life If the low battery buzzer sounds be sure to recharge the battery as soon as possible Figure 4 Figure 5 Voyager Portable 8 Operation Charging the Battery WARNING Do not operate the charger unit with a damaged cord or if the unit has been dropped or damaged
21. ling labels and relate to washing instructions UN Maximum washing temperature 140 F 60 C permanent cycle Fav Do not use bleach ddy a Do not dry clean a O Tumble dry low t Do not iron For normal washing and cleaning follow the care instructions on the label of the product Storage Slings should be stored away from direct sunlight stress pressure excessive heat or humidity The sling should be kept away from contact with sharp objects corrosives or other possible damaging material 1 Check for any sign of wear on sling straps as described in Figure 11 and at the strap sling junction Buckles should be checked to ensure that the locking unlocking mech anism opens and closes easily and is secure when locked 2 Check for any sign of deterioration of the sling material Check for general external wear local abrasion cuts holes or burns in the webbing and for chemical attack 3 Look at stitched areas for broken worn pulled or unraveled stitches 4 Sling should be cleaned as indicated on the tag AWARNING If there is any sign of wear or deterioration as indicated above or other visual defects the sling should be changed immediately By continuing to use the lift without changing the sling caregiver and user safety is greatly compromised and serious injury or death may result NOTE Make note of results of inspection in the logbook at the back of this manual PERIODIC INSPECTION Su
22. nger for the person being lifted or the Loose threads in AWARNING caregiver stitched area Always carry out the daily checklist before using the Lift Sunrise Medical recommends thoroughly inspecting the strap every two months as follows Noticable discol i WARMING 1 Completely unwind the strap oratton strap 1s ree 2 Look for any of the signs of wear described in Figure 9 lighter in color than Unauthorized alterations made to the Voyager Portable could cause serious injury UA O DLE A i WARMING WARNING stitched area l o If there is any sign of wear as indicated here or other visual defect the strap ne YU Portanig and accessories Should DS i horoughly inspected periodicatiy should be changed immediately By continuing to use the lift without changing lt f Side wear ou dalai Meara recommends aN aU NOR ae 0 SENCA CASEN pento LNE speg the strap caregiver and user safety is greatly compromised In any case Sunrise tions Daily checks should be performed by the user before use recommends to anu es ure least very two years ILA i WARNING NOTE Make note of results of inspection in the logbook on the back of this manual Preventative maintenance specified in this manual can prevent accidents and j i i HANDLING AND STORAGE Figure 9 reduce repair costs Avoid violent shock during transportation DAILY CHECKLIST The lift should not remain stored for long periods of time without recharging the batteries The following proc
23. nrise Medical recommends the Voyager Portable and its accessories are thoroughly exam ined and tested every six months The examination and test should be conducted according to Sunrise recommendations Loose threads 1n stitched area Noticable discol oration strap is lighter in color than the double thickness stitched area lt Side wear Middle wear Figure 11 Voyager Portable 14 MAINTENANCE INSPECTION AND TEST A WARNING Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious injury or death Sunrise Medical recommends a thorough inspection and test of the Voyager and lifting accessories slings etc every six months The examination and test should be conducted according to the procedures below Carry Bar 1 Check the carry bar for damage or wear Carriage Wheels 1 Check for damage cracking or rust 2 Check for wear on the axles 3 Check for firm attachment 4 Lubricate axles Lifting Strap 1 Completely unwind the strap 2 Check strap for wear and fraying 3 Check stitching 4 Check for degradation due to chemical attack 5 Replace the strap at least every two years 6 Check carabiner for damage wear cracks and correct functioning of the safety latch Lift Unit 1 Confirm correct operation of the emergency brake Check for wear on the drive chain and sprockets Inspect internal plugs and sockets for damage and good electrical co
24. ntact Confirm correct operation of the mechanical emergency lower function Inspect all welds for cracking Inspect Quick Release system for wear 7 Lubricate chain and sprocket on oO A W N Charging 1 Confirm correct functioning of the charger 2 Check for correct fuse rating 3 Check electrical cord plug and socket for proper mating look for damage evidence of burning or arcing 4 Check electrical cord plug is fitted with the correct rated fuse 5 Check charger contact for corrosion 6 Confirm charge status lights are functional Electric Controls Plugs amp Sockets 1 Check the Battery Eject button for correct functioning 2 Check that control buttons function in both directions 3 Check the hand control if fitted for correct functioning in both directions 4 Check the fit of the hand control plug and socket if fitted Slings amp Accessories 1 Confirm the sling is a Guardian sling Check the load bearing straps for wear or fraying Ensure the straps are securely stitched Check the body of the sling for wear or cuts in the fabric Check any side suspenders for wear on the hooks or central suspension point Inspect strap extension if present for wear 7 Inspect arm extension if used for wear and correct functioning on Oo A W N Track Installation Refer to Easytrack User Manual for installation and maintenance instructions Voyager Portable Maintenance amp Care Troubleshooting The unit doesn
25. our questions or com ments about this manual the safety and reliability of your Voyager Lift and the service you receive from your Sunrise Medical Supplier Please feel free to write or call us at the address and telephone number below Sunrise Medical Customer Service Department 7477 East Dry Creek Parkway Longmont Colorado 80503 303 218 4600 or 800 333 4000 FOR ANSWERS TO YOUR QUESTIONS Your authorized supplier knows your Voyager Lift best and can answer most of your ques tions about its safety use and maintenance For future reference fill in the following Supplier Address Telephone Serial Date Purchased EQUIPMENT IDENTIFICATION The unit s identification number specification model serial number appears on a name plate attached to the back panel RECEIPT OF EQUIPMENT Upon receipt of the equipment verify it against the packing list to ensure complete deliv ery Inspect the equipment for possible damage due to shipping If there is any damage DO NOT USE the equipment and notify the carrier immediately to file a claim Furnish complete information concerning damage claims or shipping errors to your supplier Include all equipment identification numbers along with a full description of damaged parts Voyager Portable Important Safeguards 3 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS A WARNING DO NOT ATTEMPT TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT UNDERSTANDING THIS MANUAL To ensure safe operation read the entire manual before
26. ping the battery or lift may cause internal damage that is not easily seen If damage is suspected have it examined by a qualified person e Replace any precautionary or instruction labels that cannot be easily read e IMPORTANT Keep all components of the lift clean and dry and have electrical and mechanical safety checkpoints done as instructed in the Maintenance section of this manual Voyager Portable 4 Description of Equipment Description of Equipment 5 correctly earthed e DO NOT splash or expose electric parts of the device to water or moisture e Check the nameplate for voltage and cycle requirements These requirements may differ from country to country Do not attempt to use the lift in an area that has different voltage and cycle requirements SHOCK PREVENTION WHAT S INCLUDED 4 WARNING uu an e DO NOT touch or use a lift with bare conductors or a damaged power cord Voyager lift 1 Electrically live eguipment can electrocute a person If the lift has any exposed Battery 1 or damaged wires contact your local dealer immediately ad 1 e IMPORTANT The safety of this equipment relies on a properly installed EARTH connection DO NOT connect to an unearthed mains plug or socket It is the Power cord 1 responsibility of the customer to ensure the mains supply in their premises is 4mm Allen key 1 1 Instruction manual PARTS DESCRIPTION FIRE AND EXPLOSION PREVENTION 1 Hook A WARNING 2 Strap e Batteries may explode le
27. t work when you press the up or down buttons on the handset The unit doesn t work when you press the up or down buttons on both sides of the lift The unit starts and stops repetitive ly The lift emits a beep during uti lization The unit may stop lifting but you can still lower it Charge indicator on the charger green red doesn t light up when the battery is in the charger Battery is always dead after a few transfers 3 to 5 The light on the charger shows green when the battery is inserted yet the lift will only do one or two transfers The light on the charger shows green when the battery is inserted yet the lift will only work when there is no one in the lift When you attempt to transfer someone the lift stops The light on the charger always lights up red and does not turn to green after an overnight charge The battery does not slide into the lift Cannot remove battery from the lift TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM TO CHECK Make sure the handset is plugged correctly into the unit Use the control switches directly on the unit If they are working it indicates a prob lem with the handset you would then need to change the handset Is the battery charged and correctly installed Ensure the battery is inserted into the lift with the silver contact points inside the lift Place the battery into the charger and check the light on the charger If the light remains red leave the batter
28. tops the lift when there is no tension on the strap avoiding any injury to the user This feature also prevents the strap from getting twisted inside the 5 5 140mm machine e Current limiter for circuit protection in case of overload E 5 e Low battery disconnect system to protect batteries from been drained 7 E e Lifting speed 1 6 in sec 4 cm sec O 0 e Strap length up to 88 in 2 2 m tested for 3000 lbs 1363 6 kg 5 y The CE mark 3 The Voyager Portable carries the CE mark and complies with the following EC directives e Medical Devices Directive 93 42 EEC 15 2 here 5 2 132mm e EMC Directive 89 336 EEC 17 5 444mm e Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC Voyager Portable Voyager Portable 6 Operation OPERATION A WARNING Read Safety Instructions and Warnings before attempting to use the Voyager Lift Always perform the daily checklist before each lift use CAUTION Carry the Voyager Portable by its handle only Do not carry the lift with the reacher accessory or other accessory not intended to be used to carry the lift Damage to the lift may occur HOW TO USE THE VOYAGER PORTABLE 1 Install the sling see instructions included with your sling 2 Take the battery out of the charger and insert it into the lift Make sure the silver contact points go inside the lift 3 Once the sling is installed unwind the strap There are two ways to unwind the strap a Press the button while
29. y in the charger for approximately two hours Is the Quick Release knob completely to the left locked position If not lift will not operate Tighten the tension on the strap to help move the Quick Release knob Is there tension on the strap The Anti Crush feature will prevent the lift from working if there is no tension If all of the previous points have been checked without success you probably have a motor or electric problem You then need to call your local Sunrise Medical provider If the load is more than safe working load the unit will not work due to an overload protection on the motor Has the lift been making a beeping sound The battery is low and needs to be charged Batteries are low place in charger Check the orientation of the battery The silver contact points should be inside the charger Is the charger plugged into a standard outlet Check the condition of the fuse If needed change it with a spare one see Maintenance section of this manual Has the battery been in the charger for many hours See Battery Information in the Operation section Replace battery with a new one The life of the current one is probably nearly over see Battery Replacement in the Maintenance section Battery has either been dropped or damaged in some other way Replace the battery Battery is damaged have it replaced Try a different battery in the charger if available Have the battery and charg
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